Fluid Spill from Big Rig Causes Three-Vehicle Crash on Highway 99 [Merced, CA]

Merced Crash Caused by Fluid Spill from Big Rig on Highway 99

 
MERCED, CA (October 17, 2019) – A fluid spill from a big rig caused a multi-vehicle crash on Highway 99 Tuesday morning.
 
The California Highway Patrol said the incident occurred at about 10:37 a.m. north of Franklin Road. A big rig was traveling in the number 2 lane leaking an unknown fluid.
 
The spilled fluid then caused a crash involving three vehicles. The CHP described the incident as a non-injury property damage collision.
 
The officers closed the number 2 lane while the unknown fluid was being cleaned up. They also stopped the big rig further down the roadway while they conducted their investigation.
 
It is important to always be alert when behind the wheel of a car, truck, or bus. Stay within the speed limit, and follow the rules of the road to prevent any dangerous accidents. Always keep an eye out for possible road hazards and stay on guard.

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